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The Simple Heart w/ Wayne Hsiung

Wayne Hsiung
Animal Rights
Veganism
Activism
Legal System
Animal Cruelty Laws
Animal Rights Movement
Animal Rights Activism
Gestation Crates
Cosmic Skeptic
Factory Farming
Direct Action Everywhere
Pig Farming
Animal Welfare
Philosophy
Historical Atrocities
Animal Cruelty
Consumer Protection Law
Social Justice
First Amendment
Factory Farms

Who says you can't change the world? Meet the people who are. Wayne Hsiung, law professor-turned-grassroots animal rights activist and multi-state felony defendant, uncovers the people behind the political, the unexplored personal stories of social change. Intimate interviews with journalists, musicians, filmmakers, community leaders, and others. Change isn't easy. But it must start somewhere.

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Jeff Kerr at PETA has brought some of the wildest legal cases in animal rights history: monkey selfies, orca slavery, and more. I chatted with him about why these “crazy” cases actually have solid legal grounds–and why Jeff has immense hope for the f... more

Joey Savoie, the co-founder of Ambitious Impact, lives his life by spreadsheets, and it’s allowed him to create tremendous impact. Should we follow in his footsteps?

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The UK climate movement achieved a historic win. Roger Hallam doesn’t give a f—.

Visit the blog to learn how to ask for Roger to be freed: blog.simpleheart.org/p/does-virtue-matter-more-than-impact

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George Martin has some of the most controversial takes in animal rights, from George Floyd to Gaza. Should that get him canceled?

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Recent Guests

Rick Pitman
Owner of Pitman Family Farms and Norbest, major poultry industry figure
Pitman Family Farms
Episode: I “Stole” Turkeys From Him. Then He Saved Me. (Ep. 68)
Rich Hardy
Animal rights activist and investigator
Episode: The Cover-up of Mass Reindeer Slaughter on Christmas (with Rich Hardy) (Ep. 65)
Nathan Robinson
Editor of Current Affairs, writer, and political activist
Current Affairs
Episode: What To Do If You Hate CEOs (with Nathan Robinson) (Ep.63)
Melanie Joy
Author and activist specializing in animal rights and relational literacy
Beyond Carnism
Episode: How “Relational Dysfunction” Is Ruining Everything (with Melanie Joy) (Ep.61)
Andrew Rakich
History YouTuber and active animal activist
YouTube Channel: Atun-Shei Films
Episode: Horror, Slavery, and the Path to Animal Rights (with Andrew Rakich) (Ep.60)
David Ramms
Animal rights activist and commentator
Independent content creator
Episode: The ABSURD Hypocrisy on Animal Rights (with David Ramms) (Ep.55)
Jamie Logan
Activist known for her work in animal rights
Episode: Finding Peace Amidst Atrocities (with Jamie Logan) (Ep.54)
Aidan Kankyoku
Working on an animal rights initiative in Denver
Episode: Why Is The Democratic Party Defending Animal Torture? (with Aidan Kankyoku) (Ep. 45)
Tash Peterson
Animal rights activist known for her protests and legal battles.
Episode: This Restaurant Banned Vegans. Then Sued Tash for Protesting. (with Tash Peterson) (Ep.38)

Host

Wayne Hsiung
Host and grassroots animal rights activist, discussing social change and the motivations of activists.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • Simple heart activism

    This is without a doubt my favourite podcast. I’ve always been a fan of Wayne’s work and used to read his blog, so being able to listen to his insights and debates it’s just amazing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SMlanza
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • The Simple Heart is one of the best platforms

    For those who care to change the world for the most vulnerable using creative non-violent tactics and being inclusive of those who are not fully aligned with our goals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NiloofarA
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Wayne is my Hero. He advocates for animals and informs others in a smart and thoughtful way. He is not afraid of befriending adversaries which is the only way to create change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggdddtfcgg
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show! Listeners can learn so much important things from this show, such as compassion, kindness, activist's struggles etc. Wayne shares his experience on animal rights front. Wayne, please, less guests as Ezra Klein and more as Jeremy Loeb👍 Low bow and respect from Russia and Finland. We NEED to start DxE here.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    luikang
    a year ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a great podcast, so important to hear these stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    printemps
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the diversity of guests and perspectives shared throughout each episode.
Listeners praise the host's authentic and passionate advocacy for animal rights and social justice.
Many find the podcast informative and thought-provoking, especially regarding lesser-known activism stories.
Some comment that the discussions are deeply engaging and often relate to real-world activism.

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#202
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Pig Farmer Defends Cannibalism. I’m Trying To Make Him My Friend. (with Trent Loos) (Ep.59)
Q: Why do you think it is the public is not more responsive to these complaints that you and I have about these subsidies?
Because 80% of the total subsidies paid through the USDA farm program are for women, infants and children and SNAP benefits.
This Pig Farmer Defends Cannibalism. I’m Trying To Make Him My Friend. (with Trent Loos) (Ep.59)
Q: Can we agree that cruelty to animals is a significant evil?
Yes, absolutely.
The Cover-up of Mass Reindeer Slaughter on Christmas (with Rich Hardy) (Ep. 65)
Q: Why do you not talk to the people who are buying these products?
In the UK, people often have a good connection with animals and love them, but in Northern Europe, there's less connection as they are big meat eaters.
The Cover-up of Mass Reindeer Slaughter on Christmas (with Rich Hardy) (Ep. 65)
Q: How did you decide to do this investigation of reindeer slaughter?
A big animal charity became aware of the industry, and I was sent to look into it because it was known to be difficult to enforce.
Was Jesus An Animal Rights Activist? (with Kam Waters) (Ep.66)
Q: What do you think it was that was motivating Christ and James?
They believed that God created a perfect world that didn't require suffering and killing of other living beings to sustain oneself. This philosophy is infused in their actions against animal sacrifices and aligns with the tenants of compassion and care for all sentient beings.

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